Considering a group tour to Syria? Chances are you’re not looking for a typical holiday.
Syria isn’t your average travel destination, which is why it’s so exciting. With its complex history, resilient culture and unmatched hospitality, this country offers something few other places can nowadays: authenticity.
But what’s it actually like to join a group tour in a country that’s long been off the radar of most tourists for years?
Here’s what you can expect when you travel to Syria with Rocky Road Travel, and why it may just be the most incredible trip you ever take.
- It’s Not a Tour Bus Full of Tourists
Rocky Road Travel caps all Syria group tours at just 12 people. You’ll be travelling with like-minded adventurers, people who are curious, respectful and eager to understand Syria beyond the headlines.
By travelling in a small group, it’s easier to connect with locals. There’s also less time waiting around for 30 people to pile off a coach! It also allows you to stay in smaller, locally run hotels and visit places that large groups simply can’t access.
- Local Insight from Our Expert Guides
Our guides don’t just recite facts: they’re locals with a deep connection to the places you’ll visit. They’ll walk you through the ancient souks of Aleppo, explain the scars left in Ghouta and introduce you to Damascus street food you won’t find on Google.
Importantly, they’re also constantly monitoring the situation on the ground, adjusting routes as needed to keep the group safe and the experience smooth.
- A Mix of History and Daily Life
Of course, you’ll see legendary sites like Krak des Chevaliers and the Umayyad Mosque, but that’s not where it ends. Expect visits to bomb-damaged neighbourhoods and resilient towns slowly rebuilding from war. Expect spontaneous tea with strangers who become friends. Expect difficult questions, and thoughtful answers.
This isn’t about ticking off landmarks. It’s about understanding a country in transition.
- Beirut to Damascus: The Border Experience
All group tours begin and end in Beirut, Lebanon, with private transfers included. The journey across the border into Syria is part of the experience. It’s smooth, well organised, and offers a chance to see how welcoming Syria can be.
- Travel with Confidence
Most people still associate Syria with conflict. But what’s often missed is the day-to-day life: the laughter in the markets, the pride in tradition, the human stories unfolding in real time.
Syria isn’t for everyone. But if you want to challenge your assumptions and engage with a country that’s rarely seen by tourists, a group tour may be the ideal way in. Because when you travel with people who see the world differently, you don’t just see new places: you see with new eyes.
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